Hen and Chicks
1825
Signed and dated 1825 in the corner, this charming scene by Swiss artist Franz Niklaus König features a mother hen confined in a simple wooden coop while her fluffy chicks roam free. Some chicks perch boldly on the cage roof, others huddle around a blue drinking bowl, and one even peeks through the bars, creating a delightful narrative of family life. König was beloved for his detailed genre scenes, bringing a warm, observational humor to this everyday moment that reflects the Romantic era's fascination with rural life and nature.
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